Navigator Solutions

Installation

This section describes the processes involved in installing and configuration of the Navigator WMS solution.

Installation of SQL Server

Installation of the Web Administration Screen

Ensure that IIS is installed. Create a web site for Navigator, and set the home directory to the folder in which the Navigator WMS web interface resides. Edit the web.config file to set the connection string the web interface uses to connect to the database.

Running the Setup Wizard

Run Internet Explorer from the server, and browse to:

http://localhost/SetupWizard.aspx

This page will install the default configuration parameters in the database including:

• adding a warehouse;
• adding a default user (admin)
• create the default scanner menu
• create default screen layouts for the web interface
• create the default set of reports.

Once you have run the setup wizard, you may log into Navigator with the default username / password of "admin" / "scanning".

To allow a mobile connection to the server, obtain a Navigator license code from your integrator. Enter a new system variable called LICENSE_CODE. The value of this variable must be the license code provided to you.

If you do not enter a license code and attempt to make a mobile device connection, the connection attempt will fail with the message "Invalid variable name LICENSE_CODE". If this occurs, enter the license code and re-attempt the connection.

Installation of Navigator Socket Server

Run the NavigatorSocketsSetup.msi installation program.

Edit the c:\Program Files (x86)\Navigator Solutions\Navigator Sockets\NavigatorProtocol2Service.exe.config file to include the database server details.

Run the 'cmd' program as an Administrator.

Install the Windows Service by running:

C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v2.0.50727\InstallUtil c:\Program Files (x86)\Navigator Solutions\Navigator Sockets\NavigatorProtocol2Service.exe

From the services screen (run the services.msc command):

• Ensure the NavigatorSocketServer service is set to Automatic startup.
• Ensure the service is 'Started'.
• If available, set this to a 'Delayed Start', to ensure the SQL Server instance is running before this service.

To test the installation:  

• Install the Telnet Client component if running Windows Server 2008.
• Test that the socket server is running correctly by running:
• • Telnet localhost 8236
  • The connection should not time out.
  • The Event Log should show "invalid data received"
  • To disconnect, press Cntrl + ], then type 'close', or simply close the command window.
• Ensure that the scanner can log in (even an invalid username/password combination will test the availability of the service).

Configuration of Wavelink Avalanche

• Download and install Wavelink Avalanche Site Edition from www.wavelink.com. Run the setup routine and log in to the console using the default username/password of: admin / admin.
• Create a Network profile for the warehouse, specifying the SSID of the wireless network, the WPA keys and whether the network uses DHCP or not. It is strongly recommended that your network supports DHCP.
• Create a Software profile for Navigator WMS. Upload the current version of the NAVWMS.AVA file as provided by your integrator.
• Create a Scan to Configure profile, using the appropriate Network Profile. You should choose the 'Current' "epoch" setting.
• Print the Scan to Configure barcode sheet.

Installation of Scanner Software

Connect the CK3 device to your PC using Windows Mobile Device Centre (if using Windows 7) or ActiveSync (if using Windows XP). Note that a cradle and a micro usb cable will be required.

Download and install the Intermec-specific Wavelink Enabler from www.wavelink.com

Run the enabler. As part of the configuration, you may set the default IP address for the Avalanche server, or alternatively, you may print a 'scan to configure' sheet at a later time.

To use a 'Scan to configure' sheet with the CK3:

• Run the Scan to Config menu option in Wavelink Enabler.
• Scan each barcode in turn. Once the network configuration is completed, the device will connect to Avalanche and download the required software and network settings.

To connect directly via a USB cable:

• Enter the IP address of the Wavelink server directly into the enabler configuration.
• Ensure that Windows Mobile Device Center is allowing your device to connect to the network (set up a partnership if using Microsoft ActiveSync, or choose the 'Set up Device' option in WMDC.).
• As soon as the configuration is complete, Wavelink will apply network settings and download the correct settings from the Avalanche server.

Once you have connected to Avalanche successfully, the Navigator WMS software icon will appear on the Avalanche main menu. To run the software, double tap on the icon. It is possible to have Avalanche automatically run the software after a set period of time.

Connecting to the Navigator Server

Navigator WMS will automatically prompt for the name or IP address of the Socket server if detects that the configuration file is missing.

Enter the IP address and press the Test button to confirm that the address is accurate. If the test is successful, click the 'Save' button. The IP address is automatically saved and will be used each time the software is run.

At this point, you are ready to log in to Navigator from the mobile scanner.

Installation of Voice Application Software

• Connect the A500 to your PC using the supplied serial cable.
• Browse to the VoiceConsole URL.
• Shutdown the A500 by pressing and holding the Play/Pause button.
• Hold the Operator button while you press the Play Pause button to wake up the A500.
• The A500 LED with flash red, then green. It is in update mode.

Use the VoiceConsole update utility to download the configuration to the device, including wireless parameters, IP address settings and VoiceConsole address. The utility will reboot the device once the download is complete.

At this point, you may use the Operator button on the A500 to 'change task' - load the correct task as described by your integrator. Load the correct operator in a similar fashion.

You may also need to update the version of VoiceClient, depending on the configuration on VoiceConsole. The update may take 10-15 minutes and should only be done at the direction of your integrator.

Connecting the Intermec SF51 to the Vocollect A500

To connect the Intermec SF51 scanner to the Vocollect A500, download and install the EasySet software from Intermec.com

1. Create a new configuration sheet using the SF51 profile.

2. Add the following barcodes to the sheet, in sequence:

a. Reset Factory Defaults except locked parameters.

b. Bluetooth - Security - Disable.

c. Bluetooth - Discoverable - Fully discoverable.

d. Bluetooth - Profile for communication - SPP - serial port profile.

e. Bluetooth - Connect/disconnect - Compose BT address : <BT ADDRESS OF THE A500> - (found under the battery)

Print the barcode sheet and scan each barcode in turn.

Select the A500 voice computer to which you want to pair the SF51 in Voice Console. Select 'Pair devices ->Pair Selected device to a peripheral' from the left menu.

• Select Pairing Type of 'Bluetooth Scanner'.
• Choose Connection Mode of 'Device listens for peripheral connection'.
• Select Security of 'Disabled'.

The SF51 will issue 4 ascending tones and the Bluetooth light at the base of the scanner will glow blue. The Bluetooth light on the A500 will also be illuminated.

The pairing must take place before running the Navigator application on the A500. When the A500 is rebooted, the SF51 will re-connect automatically.

Firewall Configuration

The following exceptions should be added to the Windows firewall on the server (s) running Navigator:

Avalanche: The firewall either must be turned off or add C:\Program Files\Wavelink\Avalanche\Service\WLAvalancheService.exe into Exceptions. Ports 1777,1778,1779,1780, and 1781 will also need to be open.

Navigator Voice Server: 1234

Navigator Sockets: 8236

VoiceConsole: 9090

Web Interface: 80

Scheduled Tasks